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Health Tip

Provided by Cavalier County Health District May 1: Warmer days are here—don’t forget to protect your family from ticks, Lyme disease, and mosquitoes. Use repellent, check for ticks after time outdoors, and eliminate standing water around your home.
Interim Health and Human Services Director Pat Traynor, from left, Gov. Kelly Armstrong and first lady Kjersti Armstrong lead state employees on a walk at the Capitol on April 1, 2026. Federal rural health grant dollars are available to support walking programs and other wellness initiatives. (Photo courtesy of the Office of the Governor)

Interim Health and Human Services Director Pat Traynor, from left, Gov. Kelly Armstrong and first lady Kjersti Armstrong lead state employees on a walk at the Capitol on April 1, 2026. Federal rural health grant dollars are available to support walking programs and other wellness initiatives. (Photo courtesy of the Office of the Governor)

Next round of federal rural health grants to promote fitness, community gardens

North Dakota schools, local governments and organizations can apply for a combined $3.6 million in grant money now available through the federal Rural Health Transformation Program.

City of Langdon, Cavalier County election preview

Voters across Cavalier County will head to the polls on June 9. The city of Langdon will vote in conjunction with the state and county primary. Several local leaders are seeking re-election while new candidates aim to join city, county, and park boards.

Borderland News BRIEFS

Gas prices dip slightly across North Dakota There’s been some relief at the pump over the past week, according to GasBuddy on April 20. The site reports North Dakota gas prices have dropped about 5 cents in the last seven days, bringing the statewide average to around $3.54 per gallon.

Munich School Board election set for June 9

The Munich School Board election will take place on Tuesday, June 9, at the Munich Ambulance Center. Polls will be open from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., giving residents the opportunity to vote on school board representation.